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Pepperidge Farm Double Chocolate Milano Cookies
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Pepperidge Farm Double Chocolate Milano Cookies

Pepperidge Farm®
7.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
1g
Protein
9g
Sugars
35mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
60
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepperidge Farm Double Chocolate Milano Cookies arrive in a limited-edition 7.5 oz holiday bag and are typically shelved in the cookie and cracker aisle near imported biscuits, biscotti, and other premium packaged cookies; around the holidays you may also find them on endcap displays or near seasonal gift and party foods. This product fits impulse buys for entertaining, after-dinner treats, or a small hostess gift during holiday shopping, and is common on grocery runs for office parties, movie nights, or cookie plates at gatherings. Pepperidge Farm positions Milano as an affordable premium indulgence—an American heritage brand with nostalgic appeal that targets adults who want a slightly upscale, refined snack without gourmet pricing. Packaging leans festive and premium rather than child-focused; there are no organic seals and only modest claims such as made-with-real-chocolate elements and a listed natural flavor, so the label can create a light health halo while remaining a clear indulgence. In plain processing terms, these are a highly processed, factory-made cookie crafted from refined flour, added sugars, industrial fats, emulsifiers, and concentrated chocolate. Sensory notes: thin, crisp buttery-sugar cookies with a clean snap, paired with a thick ribbon of bittersweet/semi-sweet chocolate that melts on the tongue; the double-dark version intensifies cocoa bitterness while keeping sweetness. Rituals include dunking in coffee or tea, arranging on a dessert platter, or tearing open a bag for shared snacking at small gatherings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 8
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat4g20%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium35mg2%
Total Carbohydrate17g6%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars9g
Added Sugars9g18%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

MADE, FROM:, SEMI, SWEET, CHOCOLATE, (SUGAR,, CHOCOLATE,, CHOCOLATE, PROCESSED, WITH, ALKALI,, COCOA, BUTTER,, MILKFAT,, SOY, LECITHIN,, VANILLA, EXTRACT),, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, SUGAR,, VEGETABLE, OILS, (PALM, AND/OR, SOYBEAN, AND, HYDROGENATED, SOYBEAN),, EGGS,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF:, CORNSTARCH,, SALT,, BAKING, SODA,, SOY, LECITHIN,, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, NONFAT, MILK., CONTAINS:, EGGS,, WHEAT,, MILK,, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soybean oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined grains, added sugars, industrial vegetable oils (including hydrogenated oil options), emulsifiers and flavorings, and is formulated and packaged as a ready-to-eat processed snack, consistent with an ultra-processed classification.

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Common Questions about Pepperidge Farm Double Chocolate Milano Cookies

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These cookies are tasty and satisfying, but they do contain added sugars and refined ingredients. If you're looking for a sweet treat in moderation, they can fit into a balanced diet, but they’re not exactly a health food.

Perfect For

movie-night
holiday-baking
road-trip

Vibe:

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